Bannwaldsee
Lake Alpine lake in Bavaria near Oberstdorf
An alpine lake in Bavaria with shoreline paths and mountain views; visitors come for walking, lakeside photography and seasonal birdwatching amid nearby pastures and forest.
How to Get to Bannwaldsee #
Reached by local roads from nearby towns in Bavaria. The nearest larger transport hubs are Füssen or Garmisch-Partenkirchen depending on which side one approaches from; local bus services and regional trains will get visitors to a nearby village with a short taxi or foot transfer.
Tips for Visiting Bannwaldsee #
- Walk the perimeter path early morning for quieter reflections on the water.
- The area is seasonal; access can be limited in winter when trails are icy.
- Bring binoculars: the reedbeds attract a variety of waterfowl and small waders.
Best Time to Visit Bannwaldsee #
Late spring to early autumn is the most pleasant time to visit; winter offers a very different, more solitary experience.
Weather & Climate near Bannwaldsee #
Bannwaldsee's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 22°C. Abundant rainfall (1319 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (174 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (183 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).